Online Problem-Solving Intervention for Brain Tumor Survivors: A Two-site, Two-arm Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating an online program called Survivors Journey Plus (SJ+) designed to help teens and young adults aged 15 to 25 who have survived pediatric brain tumors, along with their caregivers. The study aims to see if SJ+ is feasible and acceptable, and whether it improves wellbeing compared to an internet resource comparison (IRC). The trial focuses on quality of life, internalizing symptoms, executive function skills, depression, and family impact in this group. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups: one receives access to the SJ+ program with weekly online coaching sessions, and the other gets access to an internet resource comparison website with pediatric brain tumor survivor information but no session content. The intervention offers training in problem-solving, stress management, metacognitive and communication skills tailored to address challenges faced by brain tumor survivors and their families. Outcomes are assessed at the start, about three months after baseline when treatment ends, and again six months after baseline. During the study, participants and caregivers complete evaluations including quality of life surveys, measures of executive function, anxiety, depression, and family impact at specified time points. Researchers track changes from baseline to six months post-baseline to assess the program's effects. The total study duration for each participant is approximately six months, with monitoring of participant wellbeing and program acceptability throughout this period.

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